Project Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Project Engineer – Electrical Construction

At Vanguard Maintenance & Electrical, Inc. we pride ourselves on delivering quality work with the highest degree of professionalism. We appreciate our long‑lasting client relationships and value our dedicated team members. As we continue to grow our footprint in Texas, we are searching for high‑performing and hard‑working individuals currently working in the electrical trade. We welcome all who are interested to apply.

Full‑time positions for a project located in Abilene, TX are available. We look forward to hearing from you!

Vanguard Maintenance & Electrical

Abilene, TX (Data Center Project)

Vanguard Maintenance & Electrical is seeking a Project Engineer to support large‑scale electrical construction operations at the Abilene Data Center. This role focuses on technical execution, First‑of‑Kind (FOK) coordination, labeling, and field engineering support, working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, QA/QC teams, field leadership, and trade partners to ensure electrical installations meet data center standards and are approved for repeatable installation.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of electrical construction workflows and thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment.

• Support Project Managers and Superintendents with technical execution of electrical scopes
• Manage and coordinate First‑of‑Kind (FOK) installations, including preparation, review, and approval processes
• Track and manage RFIs, submittals, drawings, and electrical specifications
• Coordinate with QA/QC and field teams to ensure FOKs are approved and standardized for replication
• Print, manage, and distribute labels for electrical equipment, panels, feeders, racks, and devices in accordance with data center requirements
• Assist with electrical drawings, layouts, and field documentation to support installation accuracy
• Maintain accurate project records in construction management platforms (ACC, Procore, or similar)
• Coordinate with trade partners and internal teams to support installation readiness and field execution
• Participate in project meetings and assist with follow‑up on technical and FOK‑related action items
• Maintain clear communication between engineering, QA/QC, field operations, trade partners, and office leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent electrical field experience)
• 1–5+ years of experience in electrical construction or project engineering
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, FOK processes, and labeling requirements
• Experience with data center or mission‑critical projects preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction platforms preferred
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment

• Per diem available for qualifying travel assignments in accordance with company policy
• Company housing provided when applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Long‑term growth opportunities on major data center projects

• Work on high‑profile, mission‑critical data center projects
• Strong collaboration between engineering, QA/QC, field teams, and trade partners
• Stable workload with long‑term project opportunities
• Clear career progression (Project Engineer → Project Manager)
• Company culture focused on quality, accountability, and execution